Why Study Family & Human Services?

Thinking about counseling, teaching, or just getting better at life? Family Science dives deep into what makes relationships work.

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Building Essential Life Skills 

Family Services is like cracking the code to how people connect and thrive in relationships, giving you the skills to make an impact in your community.

Whether you want to be a counselor, educator or just level up your own relationships, it’s a versatile field that helps you understand the dynamics of life’s most important connections.As families and societies evolve, you'll be equipped to support communities and shape policies for stronger lives.

Crafting a Purpose-Driven Career

Grads can land gigs in social services, government, hospitals, assisted living centers, family counseling, adoption and foster care, domestic abuse centers, non-profits, colleges and more. Some roles may need extra schooling or advanced degrees, but many are ready for you with just a bachelor’s degree.

Learn more about getting a Family Science degree.

Family and Human Services Career Fields

Some of the fields for graduates with degrees in family and human services fields include:

  • *Marriage & Family Counselor
  • Cooperative Extension Agent
  • Youth Development Program Manager
  • Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist
  • Child Welfare & Court Appointed Advocate
  • Policy Analysis
  • Child Life/Pediatric Services
  • *Social Work
  • Family & Consumer Science Education
  • Non-Profit Administration
  • Program Evaluation/Research
  • Adoption & Teen Pregnancy Counselor
  • Rape Crisis & Domestic Violence Counselor
  • Disability Specialist
  • Grant Management & Proposal Development
  • Crisis Center Management
  • Transitional Housing Coordinator
  • Academic Advisor
  • Vocational Rehabilitation & Job Training
  • Case Manager
  • Faith Based Educator
  • Health Educator
  • Housing & Community Affairs Management
  • International Human Rights Advocate
  • Early Childhood Family Educator
  • Childcare Management
  • Community Development Management
  • Government & Public Policy Management
  • Research Coordinator
  • Enrollment Specialist
  • Geriatric & Hospice Management
  • International & Immigration Management
  • Consumer Protection Management
  • Social Justice Educator
  • Curriculum Development Specialist
  • Program Coordinator
  • Military Family Support Specialist

Learn more about family and human services career opportunities at the Career Center.

Why Towson University?

During your time at TU, you will participate in a culminating course that requires integration and synthesis of knowledge and community experiences acquired.

Academic Advising

Not sure which major or track is for you? The department offers an advising program that can help you reach your academic goals.

Academic Advantages

  • Small classes taught by experienced faculty give students the opportunity to interact with instructors and fellow classmates.
  • Students build a portfolio of practical experience that complements coursework through internships and field placements at leading social service agencies, health care organizations, schools and government entities. Choose your internship site from a list of more than 75 agencies in the Baltimore region.